Southern Lakes Newspapers

A tasty summer meal

(Walworth Times, July 31, 2026) Lobster and steak were on the menu last week in Fontana as the Big Foot Lions held their annual fundraiser. (Penny Gruetzmacher)

Well past the century mark

(Standard Press, July 30, 2026) The Burlington Kiwanis Civic Band has been a staple in Burlington since the early 1900s. (Jason Arndt)

On Elkhorn’s turf

(Elkhorn Independent) The Madison Scouts held rehearsal at Elkhorn Area High School twice last week in preparation for the end-of-the-season championships. (Jennifer Eisenbart)

A season for cars

(Delavan Enterprise, July 30, 2026) It's summer – and car shows are a popular option, including this one at Delavan-Darien High School last week – Patrol & Pistons. (Jennifer Eisenbart)

Old Abe

(Whitewater Register, July 23, 2024) Abraham Lincoln made an interesting appearance last week at Whitewater Public Library. (Tom Ganser)

Night Vision

(Waterford Post, July 23, 2026) Balloons light up the night recently at Waterford's Balloonfest. (Bradford Paulson)

A delicious time

(Elkhorn Independent, July 23, 2026) Ribfest in Elkhorn went off with few hitches last week. (Aaron Gottschalk)

Gas plant debated

(Delavan Enterprise, July 23, 2026) An Invenergy gas plant in Darien had its public hearings last week. (Susan Steele)

Maxwell Street Days

(Standard Press, July 23, 2026) The City of Burlington celebrated its Maxwell Street Market last week. (Jason Arndt)

Storm damage explained

(Delavan Enterprise, Walworth Times, July 16-17, 2026) The storms that ripped through Walworth County July 3 did not produce a tornado – just damage. (Sharon Alwin photo)